Skein ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Skein ( noun )

1. A length of yarn or thread wound into a loose twist.
2. A flock of geese or swans in flight, especially when in a V-formation.

Origin:

Middle english skeyne, from old french escaigne, from frankish *skaina, of germanic origin; akin to old high german scāga bundle.

Examples:

1. She unraveled the skein of wool.
2. The skein of geese flew overhead, honking loudly.
3. The skein of silk was used to make a delicate scarf.
4. The skein was tangled and needed to be sorted out.
5. A skein of ducks was seen floating on the pond.

(As a verb)

Skein ( verb )

1. A length of yarn or thread wound into a loose twist.
2. A flock of geese or swans in flight, especially when in a V-formation.

Origin:

Middle english skeyne, from old french escaigne, from frankish *skaina, of germanic origin; akin to old high german scāga bundle.

Examples:

1. She unraveled the skein of wool.
2. The skein of geese flew overhead, honking loudly.
3. The skein of silk was used to make a delicate scarf.
4. The skein was tangled and needed to be sorted out.
5. A skein of ducks was seen floating on the pond.